Program Outcomes - (HA06)

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:

1. Describe how the events of the political, social, and economic climate have shaped the American response to human needs.
2. Compare and contrast the ecological, functional, and conflict perspectives to understand and analyze social issues such as inequality, alienation, poverty, crime and health.
3. State the major theories, processes, and research methods important in psychology.
4. Describe the relationship between politics, research and the establishment of social policy.
5. Identify the history of treatment, issues and needs of the primary populations that require human services intervention.
6. Utilize the critical thinking skills necessary to read and analyze current and future trends as presented in literature related to the field of Human Services.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of how to use the skills of engagement, assessment, case planning, intervention and termination with a diverse population.
8. Present a well-organized, comprehensive oral report before a group.
9. Demonstrate behaviors that comply with the ethical standards of the National Organization of Human Services.
10. Demonstrate an increased awareness of available community resources and the relationships among community systems.
11. Demonstrate the ability to document information, and present a well-written report that demonstrates critical thinking skills.